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    If I may draw on your experiences. Please take a look at this kamisori for sale. I am drawn to it but the rust on the toe bothers me.
    Do you think that it can be removed and an edge put on it?

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    It appears to be surface rust but it's hard to tell for certain. Is there a photo of the other side?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Utopian View Post
    It appears to be surface rust but it's hard to tell for certain. Is there a photo of the other side?
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    These are the only photos that are of any use?

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    As Utopian stated it appears to be surface rust. If it isn't deeply pitted honing should remove it. Something like Mother's Mag & Aluminum Polish or something similar should remove the rest of the rust which appears to be rather light.

    Although I have probably shaved with close to 100 str8 razors I've never tried that type. Guess I'll have to break down and give one a try, just wish they weren't so expensive!
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    I have 2 the moment with this making 3 possibly. I do like using them, they give a very precise feel. There are many on eBay at he moment that are around the same price as a western razor.

    I will give it some thought and perhaps make a bid if the consensus stays of a similar view

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